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Feature Article: Nissan Motorsport Reveals First 32-Valve Engine For V8 Supercars Nissan Motorsport has lifted the covers off the VK56-based V8 engine that will power its four entrants in next year's V8 Supercars season. Based on the 5.6 litre VK56DE naturally-aspirated V8 used by the new Y63 Patrol and US-market Pathfinder, the race engine is extensively modified by Kelly Racing in Victoria to comply with V8 Supercars regulations. Key differences include a dry sump lubrication system, a de-stroked crank and cylinder liners to drop displacement to 5.0 litres, t... continue reading